Which of the following incorrectly describes mechanisms of CO₂ transport?
A) 7-10% of CO₂ is dissolved directly into the plasma
B) 20% of CO₂ is carried in the form of carbaminohemoglobin
C) as bicarbonate ion in plasma
D) attached to the heme part of hemoglobin

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CO₂ does not attach to the heme part of hemoglobin, but rather to the globin part.

Which of the Following Incorrectly Describes Mechanisms of CO₂ Transport